OACETT IEPPE exam-day guide
OACETT IEPPE · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired identification document in the name used on your registration. Confirm with the provider which specific ID types are accepted and whether a second piece is required.
Appointment confirmation and candidate number
Have your booking confirmation, test centre address, arrival time, and any candidate or registration number printed or saved offline on your phone.
Permitted reference materials, if any
Confirm with the provider in advance whether any codes, standards, formula sheets, or calculators are supplied or permitted, and in what format. Do not assume open-book access.
Approved calculator
If a calculator is allowed, confirm the permitted model type with the provider and bring a non-programmable unit with fresh batteries. Many providers supply one on screen.
Route and travel plan
Rehearse the trip to the test centre, note parking or transit options, and plan to arrive ahead of your reporting time to absorb delays.
Personal essentials
Bring water, a light snack for before or after the test, and any medication you may need. Confirm with the provider whether items are allowed at the desk or must be stored.
Layered clothing
Test rooms vary in temperature; dress in layers so you can stay comfortable without leaving the room.
Leave prohibited items behind or plan storage
Phones, smart watches, notes, and bags are typically restricted. Confirm with the provider what storage is available at the centre.
Rest and readiness plan
Protect sleep in the days before, eat a normal meal, and avoid last-minute cramming that increases anxiety.
Review logistics the night before
Re-check the reporting time, address, and any provider instructions, and set two alarms.
Plan the day
Confirm your appointment details and ID requirements with the provider. Review your weakest topic areas using concise summaries rather than new material. Do one timed practice set to rehearse pacing, then stop heavy study.
Pack your ID, confirmation, and any permitted items. Rehearse the route and check transit or traffic advisories. Eat well, avoid alcohol, and go to bed at your normal time.
Eat a proper meal, arrive early, and review only brief summary notes. Follow the centre's sign-in and security instructions and use the washroom before the test begins.
Read instructions carefully, budget time per question, and answer easier questions first if the format allows navigation. Flag uncertain items and return to them. Watch the clock and reserve time to transfer or review answers.
Rules to check
Bring valid government-issued photo ID in the name used at registration; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted.
Arrive before your reporting time. Confirm with the provider how late arrivals are handled, as admission may be refused.
Follow all instructions from invigilators and the provider regarding phones, notes, calculators, and other items at the desk.
Confirm break policy with the provider before test day; do not leave the room without permission if breaks are restricted.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the test and do not attempt to copy or share questions.
Confirm the scoring and pass criteria with the provider, including whether sections are weighted or must be passed individually.
If you need accommodation, request it from the provider well before the test date and confirm approval in writing.
If something goes wrong on the day, such as an IT failure or illness, notify staff immediately and follow the provider's incident process.